Blueberry Crisp Cheesecake Bars: The Ultimate Dessert Recipe

Blueberry Crisp Cheesecake Bars: The Ultimate Dessert Recipe

Author: Chef Elsa Prep Time: 20 min
Cook Time: 50 min Total Time: 70 min
Yield: 12 servings Category: Desserts And Drinks Cuisine: American Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Description Delicious bars combining the creaminess of cheesecake with a crunchy blueberry crisp topping, perfect for parties or a sweet treat.

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Zest of ½ lemon (optional)
  • 2 cups fresh blueberries
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup rolled oats
  • ½ cup packed light brown sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
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Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, granulated sugar, and salt. Mix until the crumbs resemble wet sand and press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking pan. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until lightly golden, then let cool slightly.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and ¾ cup granulated sugar until smooth and creamy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the sour cream, vanilla extract, and lemon zest if using. Mix until just combined.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Whisk to blend. Cut the cold cubed butter into the mixture using a pastry blender or fingertips until coarse crumbs form. Gently fold in the fresh blueberries.
  4. Pour the cheesecake filling over the pre-baked crust and spread evenly with a spatula. Sprinkle the blueberry crisp topping evenly over the cheesecake layer. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the filling is set and the topping is golden.
  5. Remove from the oven and let cool completely on a rack. Once cooled, cover loosely and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  6. Before serving, cut into bars with a sharp knife, wiping the blade after each cut for tidy edges. Serve cold or at a cool room temperature.

Notes

  1. Notes
  2. Chilling the bars improves the flavor and makes clean cuts possible. For a fancier presentation, garnish with extra blueberries or a dusting of powdered sugar.